Entertainment Units
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Friday, September 30, 2011
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Maytag Kitchen tip of the week.
Why is Cookware Important?
Proper cookware will reduce cooking times, use less energy and cook food more evenly.
When choosing cookware, consider five factors: material, flatness, size, gauge and balance.
Today we will focus on material.
The pan material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred to the pan bottom:
• Aluminum heats quickly and evenly. If aluminum pans are slid across glass-ceramic surfaces, they may leave metal marks. These marks must be removed promptly to prevent permanent discolouration. However, an anodizing process makes aluminum harder and more stain resistant. Aluminum will not work on induction cooktops.
• Copper is an excellent heat conductor. However, copper discolours easily. It is often used as a bottom coating to improve the heating of stainless steel.
• Stainless Steel , when used alone, is a slow conductor of heat, develops hot spots and produces uneven cooking results. It is durable, attractive, easy to clean and resists stains. However, stainless steel heats quickly and evenly when aluminum or copper is sandwiched between two layers of stainless or when the bottom is clad with aluminum or copper.
• Cast Iron is slow to heat but cooks more evenly once temperature is reached. Use for long, low heat cooking or for browning and frying. Cast iron should be seasoned before use to make cleaning easier and prevent rusting.
• Porcelain Enamel-on-Steel or Porcelain Enamel-on-Cast Iron has heating characteristics that depend on the base material. Porcelain enamel cookware should be used according to manufacturer's directions. Attention should be given to the finish of the base material.
• Glass-ceramic is a slow conductor of heat. It is not recommended for glass-ceramic cooking surfaces.
Proper cookware will reduce cooking times, use less energy and cook food more evenly.
When choosing cookware, consider five factors: material, flatness, size, gauge and balance.
Today we will focus on material.
The pan material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred to the pan bottom:
• Aluminum heats quickly and evenly. If aluminum pans are slid across glass-ceramic surfaces, they may leave metal marks. These marks must be removed promptly to prevent permanent discolouration. However, an anodizing process makes aluminum harder and more stain resistant. Aluminum will not work on induction cooktops.
• Copper is an excellent heat conductor. However, copper discolours easily. It is often used as a bottom coating to improve the heating of stainless steel.
• Stainless Steel , when used alone, is a slow conductor of heat, develops hot spots and produces uneven cooking results. It is durable, attractive, easy to clean and resists stains. However, stainless steel heats quickly and evenly when aluminum or copper is sandwiched between two layers of stainless or when the bottom is clad with aluminum or copper.
• Cast Iron is slow to heat but cooks more evenly once temperature is reached. Use for long, low heat cooking or for browning and frying. Cast iron should be seasoned before use to make cleaning easier and prevent rusting.
• Porcelain Enamel-on-Steel or Porcelain Enamel-on-Cast Iron has heating characteristics that depend on the base material. Porcelain enamel cookware should be used according to manufacturer's directions. Attention should be given to the finish of the base material.
• Glass-ceramic is a slow conductor of heat. It is not recommended for glass-ceramic cooking surfaces.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Maytag laundry tip of the week.
Are fabric softeners always OK to use?
Take a walk through a display of high tech apparel and you´ll find a number of care labels that say "no fabric softeners." Many high performance fabrics and finishes, including microfibers, allow the fabric to breathe and transport moisture away from the skin to the outer surface of the fabric, where it can evaporate. This keeps the wearer dry and comfortable. The "fatty" material in a fabric softener attaches directly to the fabric and makes the fabric feel softer. However, fabric softeners can build up over time, and can reduce the ability of the fabric to manage moisture and breathe. Frequent use of fabric softeners can also reduce the absorbency of cotton towels. The web site of Cotton Inc. provides the following tip for consumers: "Use fabric softeners occasionally. Overuse will cause your towels to stiffen and become less absorbent."
Take a walk through a display of high tech apparel and you´ll find a number of care labels that say "no fabric softeners." Many high performance fabrics and finishes, including microfibers, allow the fabric to breathe and transport moisture away from the skin to the outer surface of the fabric, where it can evaporate. This keeps the wearer dry and comfortable. The "fatty" material in a fabric softener attaches directly to the fabric and makes the fabric feel softer. However, fabric softeners can build up over time, and can reduce the ability of the fabric to manage moisture and breathe. Frequent use of fabric softeners can also reduce the absorbency of cotton towels. The web site of Cotton Inc. provides the following tip for consumers: "Use fabric softeners occasionally. Overuse will cause your towels to stiffen and become less absorbent."
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Sleep Tips
Keep bedroom dark .
Using Even a night light can disturb sleep. Use light blocking curtains on your windows to block outside light if needed.
The Ronald McDonald House Charities Bed.
With the purchase of this bed, Sealy will donate $50 to Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada.
Using Even a night light can disturb sleep. Use light blocking curtains on your windows to block outside light if needed.
The Ronald McDonald House Charities Bed.
With the purchase of this bed, Sealy will donate $50 to Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada.
You will also receive a $50 Gift Card to give to a friend.
Not only will your friend save on their purchase of a Ronald McDonald House Charities Sealy Mattress,
but an additional $50 will be donated.
Monday, September 26, 2011
1001 Reasons to buy from McLellan's Countrywide.
Reason # 301
Air Miles on Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchen Aid, Amana appliances.
http://www.airmilesonappliances.ca/
Air Miles on Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchen Aid, Amana appliances.
http://www.airmilesonappliances.ca/
Friday, September 23, 2011
Inside McLellans this week.
Get a free remote control truck, or car with the purchase of a Crate Designs bed of $499.00 or more.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Maytag Kitchen tip of the week.
How to Improve Poor Results with Your Oven
Several factors can affect bake times and browning. As cooking appliances get older, it is not uncommon for the oven temperature to shift. As a result, it is natural to gradually adapt cooking times, temperatures and habits to that change. Then, when baking in a new oven with proper temperature calibration, results may not be as expected.
An easy way to check if the range or wall oven is operating properly is to bake a standard box white cake mix. Following the package directions and baking times should provide a cake that is done and evenly browned.
Several factors can affect bake times and browning. As cooking appliances get older, it is not uncommon for the oven temperature to shift. As a result, it is natural to gradually adapt cooking times, temperatures and habits to that change. Then, when baking in a new oven with proper temperature calibration, results may not be as expected.
An easy way to check if the range or wall oven is operating properly is to bake a standard box white cake mix. Following the package directions and baking times should provide a cake that is done and evenly browned.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Maytag laundry tip of the week.
Where does the lint from my washer go?
If your washer doesn't have a lint filter that you manually clean, the lint goes down the drain. This is usually safe for both city sewers and septic systems.
If your washer doesn't have a lint filter that you manually clean, the lint goes down the drain. This is usually safe for both city sewers and septic systems.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Sleep Tips
• Dealing with noise
If you live near a busy street or have problems dealing with any type of noise consider a white noise generator. No need to spend a lot of money on a electronic system, an old fan puts out great white noise. White noise masks disruptive noises.
If you live near a busy street or have problems dealing with any type of noise consider a white noise generator. No need to spend a lot of money on a electronic system, an old fan puts out great white noise. White noise masks disruptive noises.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Friday, September 16, 2011
Inside McLellans this week.
90 Day Comfort Guarantee
We ensure total satisfaction with your mattress purchase with our 90 day Comfort Guarantee. Upon original purchase, not only will we deliver your mattress and remove the old one for free, we will exchange it free of charge under the 90-day guarantee. The whole process is done without any hassle to you.
30 Day Price Guarantee - Mattresses
We will gladly refund the difference if we feature your selections at a lower price within 30 days of mattress purchase. Plus we match our competitors documented price with the same merchandise.
We ensure total satisfaction with your mattress purchase with our 90 day Comfort Guarantee. Upon original purchase, not only will we deliver your mattress and remove the old one for free, we will exchange it free of charge under the 90-day guarantee. The whole process is done without any hassle to you.
30 Day Price Guarantee - Mattresses
We will gladly refund the difference if we feature your selections at a lower price within 30 days of mattress purchase. Plus we match our competitors documented price with the same merchandise.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Maytag Kitchen tip of the week.
All About Convection Cooking
What is "convection" and how does it work?
The definition of convection is "circulating air." In a convection oven, a fan circulates hot air over, under and around the food. The moving air disturbs the layer of cold air around the food, allowing the heat to surround the food. As a result, foods are evenly cooked and browned--often in shorter cooking times, at lower temperatures and with the flexibility of using more racks.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Maytag laundry tip of the week.
Accessible essentials!
- Keep your necessaries handy. Proper organization of your laundry room can prevent wasted minutes digging through drawers and through cabinets searching for items you need.
- A bulletin board on your laundry room wall can keep plastic bags full of needles, buttons, thread and other clothing-repair supplies handy.
- Wall-mounted shelves or a laundry cart keep detergent and other supplies within reach, yet out of the way in crowded laundry rooms.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Sleep Tips
• Fight after–dinner drowsiness. If you find yourself getting sleepy way before your bedtime, get off the couch and do something mildly stimulating to avoid falling asleep, such as washing the dishes, calling a friend, or getting clothes ready for the next day. If you give in to the drowsiness, you may wake up later in the night and have trouble getting back to sleep.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Friday, September 9, 2011
Inside McLellans this week.
Made to last Maytag Event.
Now you can get great savings* on select Maytag® appliances.
Get great savings* on select kitchen and laundry room appliances that are ENERGY STAR® qualified and built with parts that are backed by a 10-year warranty.
On until September 30th
Now you can get great savings* on select Maytag® appliances.
Get great savings* on select kitchen and laundry room appliances that are ENERGY STAR® qualified and built with parts that are backed by a 10-year warranty.
On until September 30th
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Maytag Kitchen tip of the week.
What To Do If Your Refrigerator or Freezer Stops Working.
You won't necessarily have to throw out all your food! But in the event of a power failure or appliance malfunction, you may need to take steps to ensure the safety of perishable foods.
If possible, try to estimate how long the freezer will be off. If the power will be restored or a service technician can repair the appliance within a few hours, don't worry -- just be sure to keep the doors closed. Food in a full freezer will remain frozen for about 48 hours; a half-full freezer for about 24 hours.
After the freezer begins working again, examine the food. Meat or poultry that still contains ice crystals may be refrozen. Completely thawed foods should be cooked. After cooking, they can be frozen again.
When a refrigerator stops, you can expect your food to last 4-6 hours, depending on the warmth of the kitchen and the number of times the door is opened. If the refrigerator is off for more than six hours, adding a block of ice to the refrigerator will help keep it cool.
Your choice of fridge, three sizes all at $549.00
You won't necessarily have to throw out all your food! But in the event of a power failure or appliance malfunction, you may need to take steps to ensure the safety of perishable foods.
If possible, try to estimate how long the freezer will be off. If the power will be restored or a service technician can repair the appliance within a few hours, don't worry -- just be sure to keep the doors closed. Food in a full freezer will remain frozen for about 48 hours; a half-full freezer for about 24 hours.
After the freezer begins working again, examine the food. Meat or poultry that still contains ice crystals may be refrozen. Completely thawed foods should be cooked. After cooking, they can be frozen again.
When a refrigerator stops, you can expect your food to last 4-6 hours, depending on the warmth of the kitchen and the number of times the door is opened. If the refrigerator is off for more than six hours, adding a block of ice to the refrigerator will help keep it cool.
Your choice of fridge, three sizes all at $549.00
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Maytag laundry tip of the week.
Fading
Turn dark clothes inside out and wash in the coolest water possible; dry on the lowest heat. For all-black clothes, throw in a box of black Rit® dye every 8-10 washes or so to keep black clothes black.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Sleep Tips
Wake up at the same time every day.
If you’re getting enough sleep, you should wake up naturally without an alarm. If you need an alarm clock to wake up on time, you may need to set an earlier bedtime.
As with your bedtime, try to maintain your regular wake–time even on weekends.
If you’re getting enough sleep, you should wake up naturally without an alarm. If you need an alarm clock to wake up on time, you may need to set an earlier bedtime.
As with your bedtime, try to maintain your regular wake–time even on weekends.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Friday, September 2, 2011
Inside McLellans this week.
We don't want to put these back into the warehouse, so come on in and snag a deal!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Maytag Kitchen tip of the week.
Be smart about leftovers.
Food should spend as little time as possible in the middle (or “danger”) zone of 40° – 140° F, where bacteria thrives. That’s why cooked foods should be stored in small portions and in shallow containers, where they will be more apt to cool faster (large, dense portions can take hours to drop below 40° F). All leftovers should be immediately stored in the refrigerator in clean, air-tight, leak-proof containers or wraps.
Maytag 22 Cubic Foot refrigerator with bottom mount freezer and french doors
$1999.00 + tx
Food should spend as little time as possible in the middle (or “danger”) zone of 40° – 140° F, where bacteria thrives. That’s why cooked foods should be stored in small portions and in shallow containers, where they will be more apt to cool faster (large, dense portions can take hours to drop below 40° F). All leftovers should be immediately stored in the refrigerator in clean, air-tight, leak-proof containers or wraps.
Maytag 22 Cubic Foot refrigerator with bottom mount freezer and french doors
$1999.00 + tx
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